ON SECOND THOUGHT....SOOOO HERE'S WHAT I'M THINKING...

Hello fabulous naturals!  I have missed you all. And, have been enjoying my time away from AuNaturale.  But, lately I am finding how much I really miss the blog, interacting with fellow naturals, and learning much from each and everyone of you.


I have also realized that since posting my very last post here at AuNaturale.  I am still getting followers, how awesome is that!  I had to stop...and think for a moment and realize, perhaps its time for me to get into the swing of things.  And, maybe ...just maybe now is my time crank this baby back up (lol).


The end of the school year is slowly approaching, I will have a bit (just a bit) of free (me) time. While making sure to keep my family priorities in tact , along with my religious priorties I should be fine.  My plans are to not blog often , to go along as I feel. Soooo I am officially back ! (smiles)


SO HERE'S WHATS NEW WITH ME


I did my second BC on march 23rd ( YAY!!!) I am super excited.  Initially I said I wasnt going to do it after saying I was, but one day I just said what the heck...I was feeling Big choppish (lol).  My plans are to wear it in a TWA for a while and then go from there , maybe I will attempt  to let it grow to its fullest ( god willing).


I have a few product reviews to share with you ladies.  And, a few new products I plan to try.  So stay tuned for more to come...


Thank you to all of my new and old followers! and welcome aboard. Until next until time stay naturally fabulous!


TAKE CARE & ENJOY!!!

THANK YOU... TO ALL OF YOU !!!!!!!

Hello fabulous fellow naturals! (big smiles)

I've missed you ladies, Although it's been quite a while since I did a post. I continued to check in from time to time and visit some of my favorite blogs.  My time away from AuNaturale has been well needed , I was and continue to spend and direct more attention to a few very important area's in my life. My worship,  My Family and self improvement.  And to be quite honest, I really enjoyed my time away from blogging don't get me wrong I loooooove AuNaturale and all that it has brought me...... I have meant some the most fantastic women here at AuNaturale.  Who has inspired me in more ways than you ladies can imagine.  It truly has been an honor and a joy!!!

But, somethings come in seasons and AuNaturale happened to be a season for me , I know when my time is up and when its time to move onward and upward. And my time has come to let AuNaturale go. Blogging comes with just as many demands ( for me anyway, because when I go... I go hard) as many other things in my life. Coupled with being a  full time wife , home school mom, and most importantly dedicating more time to my worship,  as well as not forgetting about....me and what I need and deserve.... it can become a bit much.

I intend to keep AuNaturale up for as long as blogger allows. In hopes that it will continue to help and inspire  fabulous naturals and upcoming fabulous naturals.  I will continue to stop by AuNaturale and support all of the natural hair blogs out in the blogging world when time allows.  You can find my email in the upper corner, feel free to contact me, I will continue to lend a hand in natural hair care whenever needed.

As I sign off from AuNaturale , I will take all of you fierce , fabulous ladies with me, with all of your kind words, support , tips and ideas. Me and my hair thank you. Me and my girls  will continue to represent  the fabulous world of natural hair care, by loving ourselves and our natural hair to the fullest.  This is not an ending for me this is a beginning (god willing). You ladies continue to hold it down for yourselves as well as our future generation.  And remember to stay true to who you are and remember to...what?!....... Stay naturally fabulous!!!(smiles)

Take care, and keep in touch ladies ( big smiles & hugs)

P.S. No more Cesar cut for me , I've decided to go against that. And allow my hair to continue to grow, naturally , healthy and  to its fullest capacity.... just as I intend to do (god willing) ( smiles).

Signing off,

ZAINAB1

TAKING A BREAK....

Hello fabulous fellow naturals!

I've decided to take a break from blogging.  I have been blogging here at AuNaturale for a little over a year, and to be quite honest I feel myself getting bored with it.  I'm just not as in to it as I use to be.  I figure a little time off from AuNaturale may be just what the doctor ordered :)

Although, I will be taking some time off from posting on  AuNaturale.  I will still be checking in on a few my favorite blogs in which are listed here in my blog list.  So, know worries I will still be around enjoying all that the rest of the natural hair blogs has to offer :)

Feel free to browse as you like. There is a wealth of information here at AuNaturale, not only from what I post but from some of the most fabulous fellow naturals out there.  The blogs I have posted here have tons, and tons, loads and loads of great and  beneficial information for natural hair care. So check them out , you wont be sorry.     Once returning I hope to be doing  more posting here on AuNaturale in addition to natural hair.  My goal is to expand into other areas, which would include fashion, vintage,  clothing,  shoes, skin care, more inspirational and positive articles, women's health, etc.  God willing once I return I will have loads of new and exciting things to post.



So until then...you fabulous ladies hold it down...ya hear!:))

Thanks for stopping by ladies, always stay true to who you are.  And remember to stay.......naturally fabulous!

                      TAKE CARE and STAY TUNED:)

THE WILL OF A WOMAN!

Hello fabulous fellow naturals!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful day thus far.  I come to you today in the spirit of positivity and inspiration.  I am very passionate about both subjects at hand.  It's both of these very subjects that often get me through each and every day.  Of course the help of my creator comes first, but positivity and inspiration follows there after.  I tell my children that a positive mindset can lead you in places where you've never thought you could go.  And, a bit of inspiration can give you that extra push to get there! 

Inspiration comes in many forms it can come through, your creator, a book, a song, a poem, a television show, a friend, your sister  in religion , family members, your spouse,  your children, your fellow bloggers, your teacher, your president,your first lady ( presidents wife) your co- workers, your neighbor, and yes...even a complete stranger!

One, goal I have EVERY SINGLE DAY is to be a inspiration to others....even the very people who don't even know who I am.  Those very people who don't even know my name.  And those very same people ..who may have hurt me in my past and or present.

Another passion of mines is to  spread positivity to each and every person I come in contact with.  You never know who it may help.  But, just as important it helps YOU!

Here is a great piece I found to be both positive and inspirational.   I hope it speaks to every single women who happens to read this, as it has spoken to me :

54 AFFIRMATIONS CELEBRATING YOUR WILL POWER!

Sometimes it is good to have a few simple affirmations to tell yourself when things look bleak and when your spirit does not feel uplifted. The power of words are tremendous upon the body, the mind, and the soul, so I ask you all to read these words often...to have the will to do each one of these things well, and to not feel bad on the days that you don't. Just keep moving, keep striving, and keep reaching!  The will of a woman is a never ending list, it goes on and on, for the will of a woman is strong and affirming!

1.I will take care of myself

2.I will love my inner being

3.I will not doubt myself

4.I will go the extra mile

5.I will trust my first instinct

6.I will not fear failure

7.I will pamper myself

8.I will clean as I go

9.I will learn from my mistakes

10.I will not be afraid to ask for help

11.I will try new things

12.I will overcome my weakness

13.I will share my rewards

14.I will teach wisdom

15.I will create within my home

16.I will never stop looking for love

17.I will never stop giving love

18.I will not be afraid

19.I will never stop learning

20.I will say that I am beautiful

21.I will tell other women that they are beautiful ( From zainab, I make it my business to tell my daughters this every single day, not only on the outside but on the inside!)

22.I will work through the pain

23.I will not hold regrets

24.I will get plenty of beauty sleep

25.I will no longer feel guilty

26.I will take care of my spirit

27.I will laugh until the end

28.I will write down my experiences

29.I will offer wise advice

30.I will exercise more than often

31.I will not store negative energy

32.I will not surround myself with negative people

33.I will love my natural beauty

34.I will not take everything so serious

35.I will listen carefully

36.I will explain myself eloquently

37.I will love my loved ones

38.I will explore many cultures

39.I will stand up for what I believe in

40.I will never feel worthless

41.I will never carry guilt

42.I will make time for me

43.I will nurture nature

44.I will accept change

45.I will give with no thought of receiving

46.I will drink plenty of water

47.I will make love intensely ( I love this!)

48.I will not fear death

49.I will stay active

50.I will not procrastinate

51.I will never give up on my dreams

52.I will keep a to-do-list

53.I will not feel bad if I do not accomplish every task & goal

54.I will have the will to be me!

By soulliving

 This reading was very powerful to me .  When I read this it brought tears to my eyes, tears of complete joy! and tears of relation and celebration!

Ladies, dedicate today and everyday to being a inspiration to each and every person you come in contact with.  Dedicate today and everyday to being " the will of a woman".............ENJOY!

Thanks a bunch for stopping by ladies, remember to always be true to who you are.  And always stay naturally fabulous!

                                                               TAKE CARE:)

FABULOUS!...CHECK IT OUT!

Hello ladies,

I came across a fabulous article featuring a fellow natural.  Ladies, this fabulous fellow natural is Sharp! .  From her hair... her uniqueness, her individuality, her boldness, and not to mention her style.  I LOVE IT!

Check it out :

http://stylelikeu.com/closets/kimberly-sumner/

Hope you enjoy ! I pray we all find our inner individuality, our inner uniqueness, our inner fabulous selves!

Thanks for stopping by ladies, remember to always stay true to who you are. And always stay.....naturally fabulous!

                                                      TAKE CARE:)

CUUUUTE!!!!

Hello fabulous fellow naturals!

Hope all is well.  As I was paying some of my favorite natural hair sites a visit.  I came across the cutest jacket posted above thanks to Fro-stoppa  Ms.-gg's natural hair blog in which she did a great post on the lovely natural hair finds that you can purchase from ESTY .  You can check her post out here http://www.frostoppa.com/2011/01/10-beautiful-natural-hair-inspired.html   there you will find this cute little number plus many more listed there.  

When I saw this I was all over it.  I will surely be looking into getting one of these jackets.  If you like this check out the rest of the items from this designer over at her store on ESTY which you can find here  http://www.etsy.com/listing/59367971/puff-sleeve-high-neck-cropped-jacket?ref=pr_shop

 In addition to  the list  Ms-gg was kind enough to put together for us. I will add more natural hair inspired  store's from ESTY.  They are as follows:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/CurlyChicks

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ettaflyy?ref=seller_info

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ohnaturaldesigns?ref=seller_info

http://www.etsy.com/shop/nelesc?ref=top_trail

http://www.etsy.com/people/TiffanyCeleste

http://www.etsy.com/shop/zuridesignsbysaleana?ref=seller_info


As always thanks for stopping by ladies.   Remember to stay true to who you are, and always stay.....naturally fabulous!

                                                       ENJOY & TAKE CARE :)


                                                 

5 TIPS FOR THINNING HAIR....

Hello ladies!

I have been asked a few times since being natural tips for those fellow naturals who may be suffering from thinning hair.  I came across a few great tips from naturally curly.com that I thought would help those who may have this problem.. Of course after perhaps consulting with your physician , especially if your hair seems to be thinning more than normal and at a severely quick rate.  Thinning hare can often be a serious sign of  health or  hormonal issues , or even a sign of stress.  But if you don't fall under this category here are a few tips I found to get you started:

 Use a Mousse Instead of a Gel

Gel is not the best choice for thinning hair. Gel binds hair together, making your scalp more visible. Instead use a mousse. It dries softer and can add volume.

 Using duckbill clips to add volume at the crown of your head helps. The last step in this process is to dry your curls with a diffuser while hanging your head upside down. This really gets the volume pumped up.

Healthy Scalp, Healthy Hair

Since hair grows from a healthy follicle, your scalp needs to be healthy. Scalp oils or essential oils can really promote a healthy scalp. Layers of product and chemical treatment can take their toll on your hair as well as your scalp.

make your own mixture of oils into your scalp at bedtime, and then cover your head. Have a good night’s sleep and then gently cleanse your hair and scalp in the morning. Try this recipe of oils for an overnight treatment:

   2 drops of lavender oil

  2 drops of rosemary oil

  2 drops of thyme oil

  3 drops of jojoba oil

Semi-Permanent Hair Color is a Good Thing

If you must use hair coloring its strongly suggested that you consider semi- permanent hair coloring.  Due to the fact that it doesn't contain harsh chemicals such as ammonia and or peroxide.  And in most cases it will not damage your hair or scalp.  It's been said it will help in providing more body and volume than permanent hair color will.  This should really be applied by a professional colored hair can easily over process which causes further damage which can in turn cause further hair loss.

Gentle Care and Conditioning

Certain styles can cause breakage or root damage. Try to avoid tight braiding, buns, or ponytails. Detangling combs or brushes should have smooth tips and be widely spaced. Sharp toothed combs and brushes can scratch your scalp and cause split ends.

Be sure when you are detangling to use a light conditioner and gently use your detangling comb or even your fingers.  Start from the ends of your hair and work upwards. Use more conditioner on the ends of your hair and a lot less on the crown of your head.  Use A super light conditioner with a lot of moisturizing power that will not weigh your hair down.

 Reduce your stress

Once again , Hair loss can be attributed to health issues, heredity and stress levels. If one or all of these are concerns for you, your stress is the only one you can do something about immediately. Go take a walk or plan to go to a yoga class tonight. Arrange to go out with your friends this week and enjoy their company. Get up from your desk and get a drink of water. Breath and find a calming activity that will reduce your stress level. It sounds so easy doesn’t it? We all know it isn’t but the effort is worth it!

http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/wavy-hair-type-2/5-tips-for-thinning-hair

Hope this helps anyone who may be suffering from this problem. Thanks a bunch for stopping by and reading.





As always stay true to yourself.  And remember to stay...........naturally fabulous!

                                                        TAKE CARE:)